1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen GS (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | Alto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
